Trump Doubles Down on Greenland Threats in Flurry of Truth Social Posts

New York Times - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Amelia NierenbergJanuary 20, 2026 at 11:38 AM
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In a series of early morning social media posts, President Trump reiterated his desire for the United States to acquire Greenland, a semiautonomous Danish territory. He shared private messages from French President Macron, who questioned Trump's intentions and invited him to a meeting in Paris, and from NATO Secretary General Rutte, who expressed commitment to finding a solution regarding Greenland. Trump asserted that American control of Greenland is crucial for global security and criticized British plans to relinquish control of the Chagos Islands. These posts follow weeks of escalating tensions over Greenland, which has stated it is not for sale and prefers to remain part of the Danish kingdom. Trump has linked his Greenland pursuit to national security and past grievances.

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Greenland has said that it is not for sale.

factual — Greenland's leader100% confidence

Trump claims American control of Greenland was essential for the security of the United States and of the world.

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Mark Rutte said he was “committed to finding a way forward on Greenland.”

quote — Mark Rutte, NATO’s secretary general100% confidence

Mr. Macron wrote 'I do not understand what you are doing on Greenland' in messages to Trump.

quote — President Emmanuel Macron of France100% confidence

President Trump posted private messages from France’s president and repeated his desire to take over Greenland.

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greenland 100% social media 70% national security 60% international relations 60% nato 50% france 50% united states 50% danish territory 40%

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Greenland

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